Will encourage open transparent system
Published 7:55 am Sunday, August 14, 2016
Dear Editor,
The election results appear positive for the next phase of my campaign to improve Okanogan County government. I want to thank all of those who assisted, supported, volunteered, donated, and voted for me in the Okanogan County Commissioner District 2 primary election. Together, we have begun to create enthusiasm for the future here. I want to let those who did not vote for me, or those who do not know me yet, know that I will be listening and learning about your interests and needs in the next three months.
As county commissioner, I will encourage a system of open, transparent and effective dialogue between the residents of Okanogan County and their elected officials, as well as with other local, tribal, state and federal agencies. We may not always agree, but if we can work effectively with other agencies, instead of against them, then the county will benefit.
My time as a wildland firefighter, both as a hotshot and a smokejumper, has equipped me with the necessary skills to work hard, lead effectively, listen to experts and make challenging decisions. I believe we can move responsive county government up a notch. I am eager to be your next county commissioner.
To learn more about me, visit my website ashleythrasher.com or go to my Facebook Page. Please contact me at ashleywthrasher@gmail.com with any questions or concerns you have.
Thank you,
Ashley Thrasher
Twisp
About Gary DeVon
Gary DeVon is the managing editor of the Okanogan Valley Gazette-Tribune and celebrated his 25th year at the newspaper in August 2012. He graduated from Gonzaga University with a degree in Communications - Print Journalism, with an emphasis in photojournalism. He is a proud alumnus of Oroville High School. His family first settled in Okanogan County in the late 1800s. His parents are Judy DeVon and the late Larry DeVon and he has two younger brothers - Dante and Michael. Many family members still call Oroville home. He has a grown daughter, Segornae Douglas and a young granddaughter, Erin.
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